- An undyed, braided polyglycolic acid (PGA) absorbable surgical suture specifically designed for general soft tissue approximation and ligation
Uses
- Soft Tissue Closure:
- Indicated for use in general soft tissue approximation and/or ligation
- Ophthalmic Procedures:
- Suitable for use in delicate ophthalmic surgeries
- Absorbable Needs:
- Used in procedures where a synthetic, absorbable material is required to gradually lose tensile strength as the wound heals
Features
- Material:
- Made of Polyglycolic Acid (PGA), a synthetic, sterile, and braided material
- Needle Type:
- Features an NFS-2 Reverse Cutting needle with a 3/8 circle curvature and 19mm length
- Suture Specifications:
- Size: 3-0
- Length: 1-30 inches
- Color: Undyed
- Coating:
- Coated with polycaprolactone and calcium stearate to facilitate smooth passage through tissue
- Packaging:
- Sold in boxes of 36 sterile sutures
Benefits
- Secure Handling:
- The braided construction ensures easy handling and secure knot tying
- Smooth Tissue Passage:
- The special coating allows for smooth passage through tissue and easier knot tie-down
- Minimal Tissue Reaction:
- Being a synthetic material, it is designed to provoke minimal tissue reaction compared to natural materials
- Predictable Absorption:
- Absorbs predictably via hydrolysis, eliminating the need for a follow-up procedure to remove the stitches
